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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-10-10 - Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK BOARD OF TRUSTEES AGENDA MEETING OCTOBER 10, 1989 8:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING A. ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK - FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL and APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL FEIS RESOLUTIONS B. 9th ANNUAL 10K RUN - REQUEST FOR USE OF VILLAGE STREETS C. SET PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #5 OF 1989: PRESERVATION OF TREES D. SET PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #6 OF 1989: WESTCHESTER COUNTY POLICE MUTUAL AID & ASSISTANCE PLAN LAW E. DESIGNATION OF SURPLUS VEHICLES FOR AUCTION F. COMPOSTING LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK AGENDA ITEMS FOR OCTOBER 24, 1989 PUBLIC HEARING 1. AMENDING LOCAL LAW #7-87 BY ADOPTING LOCAL LAW #4 OF 1989 - FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION (as amended) RESOLUTIONS/AGREEMENTS 2. CHECK REGISTER AUTHORIZATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 NEXT MEETING DATES REGULAR MEETING - OCT. 24, 1989 AGENDA MEETING - NOV. 14, 1989 *** DON'T PRODUCE IT! REDUCE IT! *** *** RECYCLE - WE'RE WORTH IT! *** 00-1488 MINUTES OF AN AGENDA MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK, HELD ON THE 10th DAY OF OCTOBER, 1989 IN THE VILLAGE OFFICES 90 SOUTH RIDGE STREET RYE BROOK, NEW YORK CONVENE MEETING The meeting of the Board of Trustees was called to order by Mayor Cresenzi at 8:10 P.M. in the Meeting Room and the Pledge of Allegiance followed. Present were the following members of the Board: Mayor Salvatore M. Cresenzi Trustee Francis L. Filipowski Trustee Michele R. Mendicino Trustee Robert J. Ravich Trustee Jane Saffir Smith Also present were: Christopher J. Russo, Village Administrator Rocco V. Circosta, Director of Public Works Edward F. Beane, Village Attorney Judith A. Schwartzman, Public Stenographer Jean A. Marra, Deputy Village Clerk 001 48J October 10, 1989 PUBLIC HEARING A. ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK - FINAL SITE PLAN APPROVAL and APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL FEIS (Judith Schwartzman, a public stenographer, was present for this portion of the meeting and that transcript will become a permanent part of this record. ) On motion by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Mendicino, with a unanimous vote of the Board, it was RESOLVED, that the Public Hearing be, and it hereby is, declared open. Joel Sachs, Esq. , explained that this was two public hearings Approval and approval of the Second Site Plan A pP combined; Phase III PP Draft Supplement to Royal Executive Park Final Environmental Impact Statement. This has been before the Planning Board and the Village' s planning consultants as well, Mr. Sachs said, and the main purpose is to hear comments from the public and the Board. Under the law, these comments must be responded to by the applicant in writing, and October 25th ends the period of time for public comments after which a Final EIS will be prepared and submitted to the Board. He added that the Board cannot take any action now; it can just listen and ask questions. Mr. Sachs proceeded to introduce the General Architect, the Traffic Analysts, and the Engineer for this project as well as the President and Vice President of London & Leeds; all of whom were present. The President of London & Leeds, Anthony Grant, spoke briefly about the proposal and said he would be happy to answer any questions the Board may have. Mr. Alan Shapiro presented a model showing the proposed Phase III project as well as the completed Phases I and II. To answer a question raised by Trustee Smith, Mr. Shapiro replied that there would be a dedicated jogging trail (toward the rear or westerly portion of the property) . In response to a question asked by Trustee Ravich, Mr. Shapiro explained that there would be three parking areas surrounding the buildings plus some underground parking. Mr. Dolph Rotfeld then provided information concerning the sewer line and water system connections. He added that the sanitary and storm drains will be reconstructed and the existing retention basin will also be reconstructed to increase its size. - 2 - 001450 October 10, 1959 Mr. Parish, of Parish & Weiner, covered the anticipated traffic volume during peak hours. Approximately 70% of the traffic will be +jr coming from the south, with the other 30% coming from the north, he r said, adding that a second driveway, North Drive, will be created to ,, divide the number of vehicles turning left to enter the premises. The two entrances (to Royal Executive Park -- off King Street) will then be signalized and interconnected, he stated. In order to clarify an error in the Supplemental FEIS, Mr. Parish pointed out that Royal Executive Park does not have the ability to do it, but they would be willing to share in the cost of reconstructing the King Street/Hutchinson River Parkway intersection. Mr. Sachs responded to Trustee Mendicino's question by saying that the traffic count encompasses traffic up and down King Street versus what is actually going into Royal Executive Park. Trustee Filipowski questioned how many cars could presently stack during the peak hours before proceeding left onto International Drive and Mr. Parish answered about 20 cars in the 400 foot access lane. The Planning Board Chairman, Bernard Klem, addressed the problem of traffic and said, he personally, felt that the full scope of the traffic impact was beyond the capabilities of the Planning Board and the Village Board as well. Anything built in this area, not just this particular development, is going to be difficult for the Village to absorb. When Arrowwood and High Point are developed, there will be even further problems, he added. Mr. Jules Harris questioned the additional capacity of the traffic light system and Mr. Parish replied that he could not quote exact figures but it would be considerable. Trustee Filipowski voiced his concern about the additional flow of traffic during the peak hours, and Mr. Parish explained that in the study done by the Village's consultants, it was stated that improve- ment was needed (along King Street) and Royal Executive Park has agreed to put in those improvements (by the creation of North Drive and the signalization) . Mr. Kenneth Heller asked what would happen if the traffic signals did not come about and Mr. Parish said that the lights would be installed by Royal Executive Park after permits were issued by New York State. A brief discussion followed and some mention was made about the Sherwood intersection and how much they would be helped by this (signalization) . Mr. Parish answered Trustee Mendicino' s inquiry by saying that road improvements and signalization would help in alleviating the impact of additional traffic. Mr. Jim Donovan, of Frederick P. Clark Associates, said his firm would be doing the review of this document and the comments the Board makes will be addressed in the final document. 3 - 00149: October 10, 1989 Thereafter, on motion by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Filipowski, with a unanimous vote of the Board, it was RESOLVED, that the Public Hearing be, and it hereby is, declared closed. At this time, a ten-minute recess was taken after which the meeting resumed with Item #B being heard next. RESOLUTIONS B. 9th ANNUAL 10K RUN - REQUEST FOR USE OF VILLAGE STREETS On motion by Trustee Smith, seconded by Trustee Ravich, with a unanimous vote of the Board, the following resolution was adopted: VILLAGE SAVINGS BANK/PORT CHESTER 9th ANNUAL 10K RUN WHEREAS, permission to use portions of certain streets in the Village of Rye Brook for the 9th Annual 10K Run has been requested by the Port Chester Recreation Department; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that this Board hereby grants the request of the Port Chester Recreation Department to use the streets depicted on the attached map for the 9th Annual 10K Run to be held on October 15, 1989, starting at 11:00 A.M. , rain or shine; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Rye Brook Police Department be furnished with a copy of this Resolution. C. SET PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #5 OF 1989: PRESERVATION OF TREES When questioned about copies being available, the Deputy Clerk responded they would be made available the next day. Thereafter, on motion by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Smith, with a unanimous vote of the Board, the following resolution was adopted: 4 - 00149 October 10, 1989 PUBLIC HEARING PRESERVATION OF TREES PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #5 - 89 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets Tuesday, October 24, 1989, at 8:00 P.M. , at the Village Offices, 90 South Ridge Street, Rye Brook, New York, as the date, time and place for a Public Hearing to consider the adoption of Proposed Local Law #5 of 1989, entitled Preservation of Trees; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the Notice of Public Hearing in the Official Newspapers of the Village of Rye Brook. D. SET PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #6 OF 1989: WESTCHESTER COUNTY POLICE MUTUAL AID & ASSISTANCE PLAN LAW On motion by Trustee Filipowski, seconded by Trustee Smith, with a unanimous vote of the Board, the following resolution was adopted: WESTCHESTER COUNTY POLICE MUTUAL AID & ASSISTANCE LAW PROPOSED LOCAL LAW #6 - 1989 RESOLVED, that this Board hereby sets Tuesday, October 24, 1989, at 8:00 P.M. , at the Village Offices, 90 South Ridge Street, Rye Brook, New York, as the date, time and place for a Public Hearing to consider the adoption of Proposed Local Law #6 of 1989, entitled Westchester County Police Mutual Aid & Assistance Law; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the Notice of Public Hearing in the Official Newspapers of the Village of Rye Brook. E. DESIGNATION OF SURPLUS VEHICLES FOR AUCTION Administrator Russo explained that the auctioneer gets 10% as their fee and added that the auction, a joint effort of four or five municipalities, will be held in Scarsdale this coming Saturday. Thereafter, on motion by Trustee Mendicino, seconded by Trustee Ravich, with a unanimous vote of the Board, the following resolution was adopted: - 5 - 00149% October 10, 1989 SURPLUS EQUIPMENT WHEREAS, the Village of Rye Brook has declared certain items as surplus equipment; and WHEREAS, the Village desires to obtain the greatest dollar value for such equipment; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Village Administrator is hereby authorized to enter into an agreement with Colonel Jill Doherty, Auctioneers, Appraisers and Liquidators of Bay Shore, NY to auction and sell to the highest bidder the following equipment at a Public Auction to be held on October 14, 1989: (1) 1973 GMC Dump Truck - VIN #TCM66TV573514 (1) 1984 Chevrolet Impala - VIN #2G1AL6969E9260098 (2) 1982 Chevrolet Impalas - VIN #2G1AL691,8C1231953 VIN #2G1AL69LXC1231890 (1) 1955 Good Roads Leaf Loader F. COMPOSTING LICENSING AGREEMENT WITH ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK Administrator Russo stated that an agreement was worked out with London & Leeds for the composting of leaves at Royal Executive Park. This agreement, at no cost to the Village, provides for keeping the site orderly and neat and clean, and he recommended that the Village Board authorize the Mayor to enter into this agreement. Thereafter, on motion by Trustee Ravich, seconded by Trustee Smith, with a unanimous vote of the Board, the following resolution was adopted: LEAF COMPOST LICENSING AGREEMENT ROYAL EXECUTIVE PARK III and the VILLAGE OF RYE BROOK WHEREAS, Royal Executive Park III is the owner of a certain parcel of property located adjacent to King Street in the Village of Rye Brook; and 6 - 00149 October 10, 1989 WHEREAS, pursuant to its municipal responsibilities, the Village has requested permission to temporarily utilize a portion of the premises owned by Royal Executive Park III for the purpose of establishing and operating a leaf composting facility; and WHEREAS, Royal Executive Park III has agreed to assist the Village in regard to such leaf composting facility; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized, this 10th day of October, 1989, to enter into a two-year License Agreement with Royal Executive Park III to establish and operate, at no charge to the Village, a leaf composting facility pursuant to the terms and conditions of said Agreement. Trustee Ravich acknowledged the kind cooperation of the Royal Executive Park people who were also a very outstanding neighbor, and Trustee Smith seconded the statement. Mayor Cresenzi said in the past, Royal Executive Park has always been a good neighbor and friend to the Village; this is just another . Trustee Fili example of their cooperation owski voiced his agreement P with the Mayor's statement. Mr. Grant thanked the Board for their kind remarks and added that the relationship was two-way. He said it was their pleasure to allow the Village to utilize the land. Mayor Cresenzi then placed the following items on the agenda for the October 24th meeting: PUBLIC HEARING 1. AMENDING LOCAL LAW #7-87 BY ADOPTING LOCAL LAW #4 OF 1989 - FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION (as amended) RESOLUTIONS/AGREEMENTS 2. CHECK REGISTER AUTHORIZATION APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 Administrator Russo requested that South East Consortium and Water Rate Case be added to the agenda as well. - 7 - 001 496 October 10, 1989 Mr. Ken Heller spoke on composting and suggested that residents be encouraged to compost on their own property. The issue of pot holes on Lincoln Avenue was then brought up by Mr. Heller and Administrator Russo explained that the gas company was spoken to. Apparently their contractor is waiting as long as possible, for settling purposes, before doing the final paving. The office building on the corner of Bowman and South Ridge which house the Village Offices was questioned by Mr. Heller. He said the bottom floor was supposed to have been for storage purposes only and now it was housing many different offices. Mayor Cresenzi said he originally had the same thought but was mistaken and what exists now meets the code and relevant laws. Mr. Heller said he would like to see the original documents approved by the Rye Town Board in the 1970's, but Mayor Cresenzi pointed out that what the Village Board passed in 1983 is what governs. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, on motion by Trustee Smith, seconded by Trustee Ravich, it was unanimously resolved that the Meeting be adjourned at 9:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Jean A. Marra Deputy Village Clerk 19J - 8 -